Regnie Durette is a quiet village a day''s drive from Paris, 2 hours from the French Alps, an hour from France' s secret, the beautiful city of Lyon, and in the middle of the rolling Beaujolais countryside. The Rivier house is at the edge of the village on a large lot protected by ancient walls. The house dates from and feels like a house from the Middle Ages, with court yards, a wine cellar, many nooks and crannies, and thick walls, but with very modern conveniences due to an excellent renovation. The place is suitable to a large group (we were 4 couples and 4 children ranging in age from 3 to 65. The grandchildren thought they were in the movie Beauty and the Beast. You can have your group social activities in the large kitchen and living room, but the bedrooms are quiet and there are two outdoor courtyards. The village centre is a 5 minute walk away up a narrow street. The vineyards are a 5 minute walk from the front door. The Riviers are great hosts, and the villagers friendly, with many speaking some English if you need to. The house adjoins the River's excellent vineyards and winery. I can't imagine a better place to stay. Merci to the Riviers.